Being fat = being healthy? Don’t let obesity become a growing pain for your baby during the school season

Summer vacation is coming to an end, and many parents have found that their babies have gained height and weight. Everyone is happy about the height increase, but some parents are panicked about the weight increase. Parents should not panic, because the baby's weight gain may be normal growth and development, and weight gain is normal. It may also be that during the summer vacation, the baby's three meals are irregular, and the chances of eating snacks, ice cream and sugary drinks increase. At the same time, the baby lacks exercise, watches TV, plays mobile phones and computers for a long time, and the exercise time and intensity are reduced, which leads to weight gain. After adjusting their living habits at the beginning of school, the baby will lose weight. However, grandparents think that the baby is cute because he is white and fat, and does not need to lose weight. They also encourage the baby to eat more, but being fat does not necessarily mean good health.

We should be aware that there are many unknown dangers hidden behind baby obesity. Psychological problems such as damaged self-esteem, anxiety, depression, etc. may become troubles in the baby's growth process. Social stereotypes and discrimination against body shape also make babies more vulnerable, lacking self-confidence and social skills. Every parent should realize that obesity is not a simple appearance problem, but a big problem related to the baby's overall health and happiness. Don't let obesity become a "growing pain" for your baby! So what can parents do?

Parents can make a reasonable meal plan, pay attention to the baby's nutritional balance, eat more vegetables and fruits, and reduce the intake of high-sugar and high-fat foods. At the same time, maintain a regular and quantitative dining habit, avoid overeating, and let the body gradually adapt to the rhythm of the new semester.

Exercise is an effective way to lose weight and stay healthy. Parents can make a practical exercise plan for their baby based on their interests and physical condition, and urge them to complete the exercise, such as arranging a certain amount of time every day for brisk walking, jogging, swimming or ball games. Persistent exercise can not only consume excess calories, but also enhance physical fitness and improve learning efficiency.

Good time management skills are the key to reducing academic stress and maintaining physical and mental health. Parents can help their children make reasonable plans for study and rest time to avoid the anxiety caused by last-minute cramming. By making study plans and improving learning efficiency, children can effectively reduce the stress caused by heavy academic workload and avoid emotional eating.

We need to change the concept that “being fat = healthy”. Parents should take their baby’s obesity issue seriously. They should stop saying “being fat = healthy” and should not indulge their baby in developing bad eating habits. They should not let their baby bear this heavy burden of love from an early age.

In short, we work together to help our baby meet the challenges of the new semester with a healthy attitude.